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Acasa Prosper Fairways

Retreat at Broad River

Acasa Tropical Ridge

Reserve at River Walk

Acasa Vista Towers

Autumn Ridge

Boulder Creek

Colonial Pointe Apartments

Grove at St. Andrews

The Waterford Apartment Homes

Bent Tree Apartments

The Villages at Congaree Pointe

Garden Lakes

Wellington Farms Apartment Homes

Retreat at St. Andrews

Peachtree Place

Richland Terrace Apartments

Windsor Shores Apartments

Springtree Apartments

Landmark at Pine Court

Woodland Village Apartments

Tanglewood

Cypress Run

Waters At Longcreek

Rosewood Gardens

Waters At Berryhill

Pine Grove Apartments

The Landings at Forest Acres

Beldon Spring Lake

Elmwood Lofts

Tamarind at Stoneridge

Deerfield Run Apartments

Hunter's Green

Cross Hill Apartments

Arbors at Windsor Lake

Deer Meadow Village

Towers at Forest Acres
Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,538 | $571 | $2,744 |
Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,464 | $720 | $6,042 |
Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,684 | $750 | $5,640 |
Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,785 | $629 | $5,499 |
Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,102 | $560 | $2,436 |
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Getting Around Columbia, SC
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
17 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Columbia?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Columbia is under $834.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbia?
The cheapest apartment in Columbia is Acasa Prosper Fairways which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Columbia costs $3,180.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Columbia?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 15,300 regular apartments in Columbia that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Columbia?
Cheap apartments in Columbia have an average cost of $394 which is $2,786 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Columbia.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.

Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics
Written by: Trey Huguley
When you're about to sign a lease for the first time, it can feel a bit overwhelming. You don’t want to miss any important details hidden in the fine print.